Our Top 13 Private Surf Lessons in Australia

1.Margaret River Private Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · from $57Our pick

Meet your private surf coach at Redgate Road for a two-hour lesson built around your level. Learn wave safety, paddling, board handling, and standing up with a surfboard, wetsuit, rash shirt, sunscreen, and personal coaching included. Children need an accompanying adult, and Amy is one coach praised for making first-timers feel at ease.

“My first ever surfing lesson eith Amy was amazing. She made me feel comfy and explained everything so well. If I ever tried it again, I would repeat with them without any doubt.”

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2.2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Torquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $132

Meet the Torquay Surfing Academy at 34A Bell Street for a private two-hour lesson shaped around your ability. Coaches such as Rob, Kev, Kevin, Tony, and Alexandro work with first-timers through advanced surfers. Boards and other equipment are included, and you finish back at the meeting point with access to a hot shower.

“I had an amazing private lesson with Kev yesterday morning! He was encouraging, really knowledgeable about the area, and clearly passionate about what he does. I left the session having learned so much — and even kicked a few bad habiRead more”

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3.Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · from $57

Meet Kool Katz Surf School at 4/70 Shirley Street for a private Byron Bay surf lesson lasting about four hours. Terry and the Kool Katz team teach complete beginners through more experienced surfers, supplying boards, wetsuits, rash vests, sunscreen, and water. You may visit Pat Morton Lookout, and the lesson ends back at the meeting point.

“I had a really great time, also now understand the basics of how to surf. Terry was amazing patient and chatty.”

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4.2-Hour Private Surf Lesson with Photo Package

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 31 reviews · 2h 30m · from $99

Meet your English-speaking instructor at Tallebudgera Surf Club for a private Gold Coast lesson tailored to your group. You get ocean-safety guidance, equipment, sunscreen, coaching for your level, and a photo package. Ted and Alex are among the instructors, and the beach may change with the conditions.

“Super cours de surf ! J’étais seule donc j’ai eu un vrai suivi personnalisé. L’instructeur expliquait très bien et les photos sont top. Un super souvenir, je recommande !”

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5.Private Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews

Spend about three hours learning to surf around Byron Bay with a private instructor, with Steve among the named guides. Your lesson includes a board, wetsuit, safety briefing, hotel pickup from selected hotels, and transport to the beach with the best conditions that day. The private format suits beginners, couples, friends, or families.

“Absolutely brilliant surfing lesson - I was a complete beginner and Steve was incredibly patient, helpful and encouraging. A really lovely man with buckets of experience that made me feel relaxed and excited throughout. Thank you so much”

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6.Coolangatta: Private Surf Lesson Kirra, Gold Coast All Ages

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 11 reviews · 1h 30m · from $77

Meet the Kirra Point Surf School truck for a private 90-minute lesson at Kirra, one of the Gold Coast’s most reliable learning beaches. You’ll use a soft beginner board, wetsuit, and rash shirt while an English-speaking instructor adjusts the session to your level. Private teaching means more waves and less waiting.

“I had an amazing time surfing with Lewis! The lessons were very friendly and relaxed, and he was always attentive and supportive. I learned a lot and, most importantly, really improved my technique. Such a great surf school — I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy surfing and make real progress!”

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7.2 Hour Private Surf Lesson with Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $134

Spend two hours in Byron Bay with an English-speaking accredited coach such as Jayme, learning to read, catch, and ride suitable waves. The private format keeps attention focused, with space for up to three participants. Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen. Non-swimmers cannot take part.

“Instructors were so pleasant and helpful. Had such a lovely experience with them.”

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8.Private Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 1h 30m · from $99

Meet Lets Go Surfing Byron on Fletcher Street for a private 90-minute lesson tailored to your level. Your English-speaking coach sets goals, adjusts the session to surf conditions, and supplies a soft board, wetsuit, rash vest, sunscreen, and zinc. Children from age five can join, and experienced surfers can request technique feedback.

“Great family experience and some of us got to stand on the board at the first lesson ever! Thanks Adrian, Great time!”

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9.Private Surf Lesson at Margaret River in Western Australia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $64

Meet the Margaret River Surfing Academy at Margaret River Mouth Viewpoint for a two-hour lesson at Margaret River Mouth Beach. Your professional coach guides you through the basics, ocean safety, and confidence-building practice in a group of up to 15. The lesson suits beginners with moderate fitness and ends back at the meeting point.

“The instructor was so engaging and encouraging and really helped build my confidence out in the ocean.”

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10.Private surfing lesson – Margaret River Surfing Academy

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $63

You get a two-hour private surf lesson with Margaret River Surfing Academy, including a board, wetsuit, instructor, and a choice of beach based on the day’s conditions. Your coach covers safety, etiquette, paddling, positioning, and wave catching at a pace suited to your group.

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11.Private Surf Coaching Session in New South Wales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $75

Meet coach Dave at East Ballina for a private, three-and-a-half-hour surf session shaped around your ability and goals. The team checks wind, tide, swell, current, and beach conditions before choosing a suitable location. You can work from beginner basics to advanced skills, with hardboards allowed and safety built into every lesson.

“Well worth it, very professional and a great experience! Friendly coach that knew how to communicate, our skills really improved, highly recommended.”

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12.Private Surf Lesson at The Spit

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 2 reviews · 1h 30m

Meet an English-speaking Surf In Paradise instructor at The Spit for a 90-minute private surf lesson. You’ll receive a safety briefing, board rental, and simple coaching tailored to your level, then practise in beginner-friendly waves. The lesson suits first-timers and improving surfers, but you must be able to swim.

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13.Torquay/Anglesea: Private Surf Lesson 1.5 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $172

Spend 90 minutes with a private Dawn Surf Co coach at Anglesea, or possibly Torquay or Lorne, depending on conditions. Henry has helped returning surfers refine technique and beginners gain confidence. You can book one-to-one coaching or share the session with a friend or partner.

“A really great session with Henry, would definitely recommend. I've done several beginner sessions so it was great to be able to so a session at the next level up. He adapted it to our ability. And his tips and tricks were really valuable to help me improve after the session”

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